There is no better way to celebrate a nation’s golden jubilee but to go back to where it all began – the Singapore River. Taking place from Friday, 23rd October to Sunday, 25th October, the Singapore River Festival 2015 will offer visitors to the three quays at the Singapore River (Clarke Quay, Boat Quay, and Robertson Quay) a kaleidoscopic line-up of exciting activities, good food, trendy markets, imaginative art installations and stunning performances by renowned local and international artists. Known for its charm as well as cultural and historical significance, the Singapore River will serve as an exciting backdrop for this three-day extravaganza. Be there to pay tribute and explore the ‘River Stories’ that have made Singapore what it is today. Mark your calendars and get ready for a
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The hitherto unknown pair of sculptures by Michelangelo Buonarroti from 1494 was presented to the public at a media conference on September 8, along with an explanation of the detailed study of the sculptures by the "Art Research Foundation". The study analyzes the plausibility of the object's time of origin using technical and scientific methods. An analysis report on the pigments and bonding agents has been written by Professor Dr. Hermann Kühn of Munich. The examination of the surface and the sequence of layers in the cross sections and their appearance under the microscope clearly verify that the paints represent the first or original polychromy. In addition, the analyses of the pigments and bonding agents confirm the time of origin as circa 1494 and the country of origin as ...
Read MoreAll through those years being a journalist, I have been seeing the photos and often admired the Mini Europe; not knowing that one day, I would be there standing between those toys which were by no means a kid's play. Its a must-see place for tourists visiting Belgium, specially Brussels. Located in Bruparck just adjacent to Atomium on the outskirts of Brussels, this miniature park has most popular monuments from the European Union on the show. What is amazing is that all buildings have been created on accurate scale (1:25) and identical design made out of vast research. The incomparable chimes of Big Ben welcome you to the heart of London. The gondolas and mandolins will invite you to discover the charms of Venice. Follow the Thalys from Paris to the other end of France. You can make the m...
Read MoreUSA has always branded itself as a ‘land of dreams’ for travellers around the world. So much so that it even launched a music video ‘Land of Dreams’ by Rosanne Cash and John Leventhal to market itself in potential markets. Interestingly four years after the launch this song still continues to be best showcase for Discover America. But now the dreams are being disseminated digitally as well. At least, that’s what the fourth annual Brand USA mission to India promised. Starting this year, Brand USA, the agency that looks into the marketing and promotion of destination USA in international markets, will commence direct consumer campaigns in the Indian market. These campaigns will be more “digital” in character, with focus on young travellers and undoubtedly many of these campaigns w...
Read MoreHow one feels while looking down deep! Is it a feeling of fear... or of being high up then others! Does it make you any humble or too realistic about life! Does it make you feel in thin air! Or it gives you a new meaning to life... A collection of images clicked at various times to reflect upon feeling of 'Looking Down' and my interpretation to them... Just because, I like these photos. Hope you too (See them all)! Looking down at your means to gain height! (Male Airport, Maldives) Looking down at speed you gain to move ahead! (Somewhere in Indian Ocean, Maldives) Looking down at lines nature creates! (Pacific Ocean, Eastern Japanese coast) Looking down at lines we move on! (Singapore) Looking down at jungles we love! (Ranthambore, Rajasthan) Looking down at Jungles we crea
Read MoreA Himalayan view is always fascinating, and more so when you see it from top... not just from top, but high up in the sky over 40K fits from an international flight. I took the images while returning from Tokyo. It was unanticipated and an overwhelming sight. Had seen panoramic views of Himalayas from different places at different times, but this one was different. It has been thrilling and challenging to capture these images from a moving jet... I enjoyed it thoroughly. Have a look and excuse me as I was not able to identify the ranges... (Everest any!) ...
Read MoreMissing Germany... and your Bavarian beers? Don't worry you can still get to enjoy a grand Oktoberfest. Doesn't matter if it is not in Munich but in south-east at Macau. MACAU, the entertainment capital of Asia ushers in the seventh Oktoberfest between October 15thand 25th 2015. Guests can experience Munich's famed festival in the truest sense at The Vist aII of MGM MACAU. The fest aims to encourage residents and visitors to indulge in the revelry that brings everyone together, thus boosting community tourism and smart tourism development. This 12-day beer fest captures the essence of Bavarian festivities through authentic German beer, live entertainment and a party atmosphere. Furnished with classic long wooden tables and benches under a huge tent, the venue comes alive every day fr
Read MoreMonsoon might not be great this year but September is still fun. Rains have already subsided, although they were never so severe this season. Not many holidays in store, but still month is full of activity. From monsoon festivals to, music festivals and a whole lot of religious occasions from Ganesh Chaturthi and Durga Puja, many things are in store. Also is the time to re-plan all those missed trips, where it won’t be possible to go, once the winter starts. Have a go… Monsoon Festival at Saputara Monsoon festival is already underway and it continues for 35 days. Situated in densely forested plateau in the Sahayadri range, Saputara holds the distinction of being the only hill station in Gujarat. Saputara has been developed as a planned hill resort with amenities like hotels, parks, b
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